Asa Mahalla 5

1 You have obtained the human body,

Now is your chance to meet the Sustainer.

No other deed avails us,

But to join the faithful and recite the Name.

Let us prepare to swim across the ocean,

Life is waning in the dazzle of illusion.

2 Contemplation, penance, self-control, righteous action
were of no benefit,

I did not serve the faithful nor recognize
the divine Sovereign.

Says Nanak, our actions are low,

Grant us goodness, we seek refuge in You.